Mike Rodak is an Alabama beat reporter for Alabama Media Group. "I don’t think Justin — I think you’re going to find the same thing when he gets to the NFL and has to run an NFL offense. It’s really tough to [have to] leave you guys, but Coach Saban will lead you all and you guys will create your own legacy. But we’re very proud of the fact that these guys have been great people in the organization, they’ve been great students, they’re all career-oriented and they’ve made a great contribution to the development of their careers as football players. Jones completed 36 of 45 passes for 464 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions, and he made the Buckeyes pay over and over … Jones said that this year’s draft is rich with good quarterbacks, which will bode well for many NFL teams desperate to fill the role. FORMER FALCONS HEAD COACH JUNE JONES ON MATT RYAN’S FUTURE, ATLANTA’S DRAFT PRIORITIES . All rights reserved. Barmore was a third-team All-America pick this year by the Associated Press, recording six sacks over his final six games. After Tagovailoa was drafted by the Miami Dolphins, Mac Jones was named starter for the 2020 season. Jones’ departure leaves current freshman Bryce Young, redshirt freshman Paul Tyson and incoming freshman Jalen Milroe among the quarterbacks on Alabama’s 2021 roster. After the league folded in 2020, Jones joined CoachTube.com, an online platform offering instructional courses in a wide range of sports, where he teamed up with legendary coach Mouse Davis to teach a course on the famous "run and shoot" offense. The latest mock draft by ESPN’s Todd McShay projected Jones to be chosen No. We’re going to be here to help them with all future endeavors in everything they try to do. "I do think if I was Jacksonville I would trade away that pick and pick up some more draft picks because there’s a lot of receivers, a lot of offensive linemen, other good players that you could be able to add by just trading out of the first pick situation and there’s enough quarterbacks that you could get one in the middle to late first round that I think are pretty good players.". Alabama QB Mac Jones is a first round prospect. But is Jones a good fit for the Bears? He returns for a fifth season at the University of Alabama, and Dr. Matt Rhea is preparing him for a monster year. You have people leave, and you got to step up and just be yourself. ESPN projected Surtain to be taken No. Both really smart guys. PFF’s 2021 NFL Draft Guide is loaded with three-page draft profiles on hundreds of NFL draft prospects in the 2021 class. Jones says he already has some connections there. Jones recently served as head coach of the XFL’s Houston Roughnecks. “Not an emotional decisions about continuing to play at Alabama or having this dream and desire to play in the NFL, but to make good business decisions about what makes sense for them. Alabama players Christian Barmore, Jaylen Waddle, Patrick Surtain and Mac Jones sit with Nick Saban in his office, Jan. 14, 2021. Both different players. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik). ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. (Ken Ruinard/Pool Photo via AP). "The quarterback that I think five years from now will be the best one is the Alabama kid, Mac Jones. or redistributed. Alabama quarterback Mac Jones is considered a consensus first-round prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft, but where he lands will largely determine how successful his pro career is. 27 overall in April. He finished his Alabama career with 106 catches for 1,999 yards and 17 receiving touchdowns. Those stats, along with recent performances have seen Jones’ draft stock begin to soar. Surtain played three seasons at Alabama and was a unanimous All-America selection this season. June Jones said the same is true for BYU’s Zach Wilson and Ohio State’s Justin Fields. Jones started 17 games over the past two seasons for Alabama, throwing for a school-record 4,500 yards this season. “We’re very proud of each one of these guys and they’re always going to be a part of the University of Alabama and the program here. Redshirt junior quarterback Mac Jones, junior wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, junior cornerback Patrick Surtain and redshirt sophomore defensive tackle Christian Barmore will all be considered early entrants to the draft. “I played on four great teams here,” Jones said. "I think the media is driving that part of it. In Maurice Jones-Drew's first mock of the 2021 NFL Draft, a trio of running backs come off the draft board in Round 1 -- all to teams in the AFC East. Fit is everything in the NFL Draft, especially for quarterbacks. AL.com reported Wednesday that junior cornerback Josh Jobe and redshirt junior outside linebacker Christopher Allen were expected to stay in Tuscaloosa for another season. He would complete 311 passes for 4,500 yards, 41 touchdowns and just four interceptions and led Alabama to its 18th national championship title. Follow him on Twitter @mikerodak. Will it be Mac Jones out of Alabama or the QB he beat for the national championship, Ohio State’s Justin Fields? Julio Jones is left all alone for 21-yard TD loft from Matt Ryan Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones catches a 21-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Matt … Matt Rhule loved him. Jones might be the most accurate quarterback in this draft class. He has only played one year but I’m going to be honest, of all of his throws this year, his vertical throws down the field were as accurate as I’ve ever seen including of some of the top NFL guys that are names that everybody knows," the coach said. ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. 21 overall. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. 17 in its latest mock draft. “I’m very proud of the way these four young men have contributed to the program here, winning two SEC championships and a national championship as well as extending 10-win seasons for 13 years, and finishing in the top 10 for 13 years. Alabama’s Mac Jones. All four players declared for the NFL draft on Thursday. “This guy is a cross between Jimmy Garoppolo and Matt Ryan. "This guy is a cross between Jimmy Garoppolo and Matt Ryan. It’s not an offense that he ran at Ohio State. Fox News Flash top headlines for March 10. (Alabama Athletics/Kent Gidley)Crimson Tide Photos / UA Athletics. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. ... Alabama. The … Per Sports Info Solutions, Jones went 56 of 88 passes for 976 yards, 556 air yards, 13 touchdowns, two interceptions and a quarterback rating of 131.4 when facing pressure. In one moment Matt Ryan trusted his teammate to make the ultimate play on one of the biggest stages in sports, and Julio Jones did just that, leaping into the Houston sky over a perfectly-placed defender and snatching what should have been victory for a city, and a team. “University of Alabama’s Mac Jones,” Tannenbaum said on ESPN’s “Get Up!. He also had a short stint with the San Diego Chargers in 1998. on Monday. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. And it’s a legitimate red flag for the Alabama center. AL.com’s Matt Zenitz reported Wednesday the decisions to leave school were expected. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Waddle did not yet know if he would be ready to participate in pre-draft workouts, deferring those questions to his doctor but saying he was ahead of schedule in his rehab. ", Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) throws a pass during an NCAA college football game against Syracuse in Clemson, S.C., on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. FORMER FALCONS HEAD COACH JUNE JONES ON MATT RYAN’S FUTURE, ATLANTA’S DRAFT PRIORITIES. “Each one of these guys are on track to graduate. “We want all players here to make a decision about their future based on business and what is the best business decision for them,” coach Nick Saban said. Herb Jones was draining 3-pointers — three in all — during the first half of Alabama’s game against Georgia. Jones has mostly been regarded as a mid to late first-round pick this April. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Potential fit for Bears: Jones would be one of the better fits to the Bears' system in this draft based on intellect and accuracy, which appears to be what coach Matt Nagy is looking for. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah shares his takeaways from North Dakota State Bison quarterback Trey Lance's Pro Day workout on March 12. It's no secret they're looking for a quarterback. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, It’s not an NFL-type approach and when he has to drop back and read coverage and go through his progressions off of what the coverage is, I think you’re going to find that he’s going to have to learn like a rookie does. All these guys made great contributions to the team -- not only in their performance on the field, but how they bought into the principles and values of the program, the leadership they demonstrated by the example they set and work ethic they had, and the production that they were able to play with. He said that while Jones is, in his opinion, the most accurate passer, he sees him going somewhere in the middle of the first round. Follow her on Twitter @PaulinaDedaj. Each one of them has made a promise to me that they will finish their degree programs -- Mac already has a masters degree. Running back Brian Robinson is among seniors expected to take advantage of the NCAA’s unique blanket eligibility waiver this season and remain with the team in 2021, AL.com reported Wednesday. Tannebaum believes that the Patriots will have to trade up in order to select Jones … A seven-round NFL Mock Draft 2021 projection for the NY Giants, who continue to build around quarterback Daniel Jones, beginning with the No. Jones has an analyst favorite for New England throughout the entire pre-draft process. He also met with the Patriots at the Senior Bowl. The draft guide also includes three-year grades, advanced stats, player comparisons, 2021 NFL Scouting Combine data, 2021 Reese’s Senior Bowl grades and much more. Former Falcons head coach June Jones on Matt Ryan’s future, Atlanta’s draft priorities 0 shares The Atlanta Falcons continued to overhaul their roster this week in an effort to get under the projected salary cap, but the biggest move the Falcons will make will come during next month’s draft. "I don’t think any of the pro scouts or the teams have him rated like I do," he said. I’m looking forward to watching that.”, Alabama quarterback Mac Jones announced Thursday he will enter the NFL draft. “Paul and Bryce, they’re great guys. Waddle was limited to full five games this season because of a mid-October ankle injury. He really got his chance to show off his ability in 2016, when he took over the starting job from Tua Tagovailoa after he suffered a serious hip injury. 11 pick. Landon Dickerson’s best fits in the 2021 NFL Draft. In this Jan. 1, 2020, file photo, Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (10) rolls out as he looks for a receiver during the first half of the Citrus Bowl NCAA college football game against Michigan in Orlando, Florida. Analyst Believes Alabama Star Quarterback Mac Jones Will Be Taken in Top 10 of NFL Draft. He spent several years coaching college football at Hawaii and SMU before joining the Canadian Football League in 2017. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File), "I think he’s got enough movement, enough ability — he’s not a runner but he looks to throw when he slides around and I just think he’s got a chance to be a great one.". Redshirt junior defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis announced Thursday he would also remain in school. Alabama QB Mac Jones reacts to possibly being a Patriots target in NFL Draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. All rights reserved (About Us). "If you really, really evaluate all the passes, I don’t think [Lawrence is] as efficient of a passer as Zach Wilson is," Jones said. He joined Peter Schrager of the NFL Network to discuss his journey, and his answer when asked about his fit in New England was interesting to say the least. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/21). Legal Statement. With that in mind, here is my evaluation of Jones and his chances of success if he landed with the Chicago Bears in April’s NFL Draft: Strengths. With Bill Belichick having a close relationship with Alabama head coach Nick Saban, this could be a potential possibility. Market data provided by Factset. He would throw for 1,503 passing yards, 14 touchdowns and three touchdowns. "University of Alabama's Mac Jones," Tannenbaum said on "Get Up!" All four players declared for the NFL draft on Thursday. The Alabama center is a leader who can adequately command an offensive line with his tenacity and awareness. Four Alabama players announced their intention Thursday to enter the NFL draft. Another team source who graded Jones (6-3, 214) down in the fourth round said they felt he was a shorter A.J. 2021 NFL Draft: Mac Jones, despite gaudy statistics at Alabama, lacks in key areas as a prospect The Alabama quarterback is a good prospect, but not an elite one who should go very early in the draft ESPN projected Waddle to be chosen No. Check out highlights of the former Alabama shutdown defender. JETS SHOULD ‘STICK’ WITH SAM DARNOLD BUT STILL DRAFT QB WITH NO.2 PICK, EX-NFL COACH JUNE JONES SAYS. Dickerson has a decent amount of question marks. But Jeremiah also went off script and away from the trend so many Dolphins fans are pulling for; an all-Alabama … Minutes later the play was rendered moot. You’re going to find maybe the same situation that (Dwayne) Haskins found himself in with [Washington]. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Have to step Up, but a lot of people expect that every year rated like I do, Tannenbaum... 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